They Claim Indemnity Treatment of Missionaries in the Caroline Islands
A conference at the State Department addresses indemnity for outrages against American missionaries in the Caroline Islands. The United States seeks formal acknowledgment of liability from Spain, with discussions led by the President and Secretary Blaine amid ongoing prority in policy. The note recalls assurances of protection by Spain and outlines steps toward a defined indemnity, while reporting no life losses among missionaries though property damage occurred.
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Condition of the Army Reports Budget Cuts and Reforms
Surgeon General Sutherland submits annual war bureau report noting a 100000 reduction in next year’s medical department estimates and a 241650 deficiency for the current year over artificial limb renewals. He praises deserter identification, cites health indicators, credits the canteen with cutting alcoholism, and urges post athletic programs to improve physique.
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Haverhill Public Building Site Chosen at Main and Summer
The Haverhill site for a new public building has been settled on the corner of Main and Summer streets. The location was the best offered, with Assistant Secretary Crounse involved in the selection.
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Importation of Specie Exemption by Treasury
Assistant Secretary Spaulding reports to the New York Collector that bankers protest consular invoices for specie. The department will admit coin shipments as remittances without tariff restrictions when presented with bills of lading for foreign exchange. Packages opened in presence of an examiner to verify contents. State Department to issue updated consul instructions.
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Navy Plans Life Positions To Retain Experienced Sailors
Commodore Ramsay chief of the Bureau of Navigation outlines a program to keep skilled sailors by assigning the oldest and best men to receiving ships after twenty years of service. They would gain honorable discharge benefits and choose their own ships near family homes, encouraging longer terms in the Navy.
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French Minister Roustan Submits Letters of Recall
Retiring French Minister M Roustan and Assistant Secretary Wharton called on the President and formally presented their letters of recall. The visit proceeded with the usual courtesies.
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Danvers Death Not a Murder Despite Initial Foul Play Claims
In Danvers a report of possible foul play in Samuel P. Chick’s death at Middleton near the new bridge sparked excitement before the medical examiner ruled it probable suicide. An autopsy showed drowning as the cause and found the eye wound to be superficial flesh only.
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Station at Middletown Rhode Island burned by suspected arson
A Middletown Rhode Island railroad station built by the Old Colony last year was burned last night in an apparent arson. Stationmaster W. L. Paret and his guests escaped. one guest reported smelling kerosene. An earlier attempt to set another building on fire the prior Friday failed due to insufficient kerosene.
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Opera Company
Captain Younghusband Alive Report Clears Murder Plot
A Simla letter dated Sept 15 from Captain Younghusband, the British agent once reported killed by Russians in the Pamir district, states he has begun his return to India. The note refutes the murder claim and confirms he is alive and traveling home.
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A Sacrifice for Charity in St Peters Pure
By order of the cra no court basis will be given during the coming season of winter festivities. Money usually devoted to such entertainments will be used for famine relief, aiding sufferers.
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Healtheries Opened in Boston Food and Health Exposition
Governor Russell and state officials opened Boston’s first Food and Health Exposition at Mechanic’s Hall, praising the display of booths and ready foods. George H. Bond led remarks, highlighting education in pure wholesome food, with Gov. Russell’s praise for Massachusetts’ progress and agricultural strength as crowds toured the stalls and enjoyed music.
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Don’t Be Cross With A Health Tip On Dyspepsia
A short health notice urges removing small daily irritants to prevent serious harm, linking indigestion to rich meals and urging relief with Johann Hoff's Malt Extract sold by Eisner & Mendelson Co. at 6 Barclay Street New York and warning buyers to seek the genuine product bearing Johann Hoff’s signature on the bottle neck.
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Seal Islands Report Details Behring Sea Sealing Debate
Word from Victoria reports Sir George Baden Powell and Dr. Dawson visiting the Commander Islands in Russian waters near Behring Sea. Pheasant notes several female seals were killed during suckling. stomachs contained only seaweed and pebbles, supporting concerns over protecting mother seals. Secretary Blaine and Sir Charles Tupper clash on mother seal behavior. Also, revenue cutter Rush ordered to Seal Islands to remain until December 1 after misdelivered instructions.
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Doctor Fisher Resigns Tewksbury Superintendent Post
Lowett Oct. 5 Dr. C J Fisher resigns as superintendent of the State Almshouse at Tewksbury to take the superintendency of Presbyterian Hospital New York City. He will be succeeded by Dr. Herbert Howard who has served as assistant superintendent at Tewksbury for six years.
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Pietro Garibaldi Remembred Statuary of Dorchester Avenue
Pietro Garibaldi a renowned Boston statuary died at 73 after fifty years in the city. A dresser for Italian opera he aided artists Brignoli Mario and others and actors Forrest Booth Wallack. He was gentle, a modeller and member of Theatrical Mechanics Association. News from Brussels reports explorer Vandervelde’s death aboard a Congo voyage. Special Justice James R. Davis of Milford District Court died at home Mendon of heart failure. born in 1816, he served Milford as moderator and in various offices including representative to the General Court. He leaves a wife and an adopted daughter.
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Lincoln Town Treasury Attached After Accident
Lincoln October 6 authorities attach town treasury at the suit of John Pain. His son James was nearly killed Saturday when rocks from a blast struck his head and a wheel passed over him. He was rushed to the hospital and remains in critical condition.
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Attempted bombing of Episcopal Palace shocks Trieste
A disturbance in Trieste reports an attempted explosion at the Episcopal Palace after a porter found a large petard with a burning fuse in a palace hallway. The fuse was extinguished, and opinions diverge whether it was a serious attack or a hoax.
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Part of the Woleston crew picked up by Arctic
A brigantine Arctic rescued nine members of the Woleston crew from the Atlantic on October 5 after the steamer Woleston was lost on September 15. The captain and the rest of the crew are believed drowned near Harbor Grace.
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Obituary notices from Jamaica Plain and Chelsea
Deaths include John Brooks Witherbee aged 75 at Jamaica Plain Helen Frances Holmes 40 years 1 month 7 days Chelsea daughter of Galen and Mary A Holmes Catherine McNally infant daughter of Hugh P and Catherine McNaily in this city all noted in brief death notices.
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Stor row and Osborne match in Auburn society nuptials
Rev Dr Brainerd presided at Auburn New York as James J Storrow Jr of Boston wed Helen Osborne daughter of the late D M Osborne esq in a formal society ceremony reflecting local elite ties and customary arrangements.
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